Michael Silver is a partner in the Tampa office of Shutts & Bowen LLP, where he is a member of the Business Litigation Practice Group.

Michael has a broad-based litigation practice that includes business litigation and appeals in state and federal courts, as well as various other forums. He has handled contract disputes; fraud and business tort lawsuits; shareholder and partnership contests; restrictive covenant and non-competition cases; real estate litigation, including commercial foreclosures and lender liability issues; insurance and bad faith claims; and the defense of professional liability and significant personal injury and property damage matters.

He has represented clients in numerous industries, including the automotive, aviation, construction, energy, financial services, health care, insurance, real estate, and securities businesses. An experienced litigator, he is consistently recognized by Florida Trend Legal Elite, Best Lawyers in America®, and Florida Super Lawyers.

Michael's service to the firm includes terms on Shutts & Bowen's Associates Compensation Committee, Pension Committee, and Pro Bono Committee.

Michael has long been active as a leader in the Tampa Bay community. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Tampa Theatre, a landmark non-profit historic movie palace. He previously served on The Poynter Institute Foundation Board, supporting the philanthropic efforts of a global leader in journalism. For over a decade, he has been involved with the Gasparilla Festival of the Arts, the annual premier juried outdoor art festival in the Tampa Bay area, formerly serving as the Festival Co-Chair and on the Board of Directors, and currently serving on the Advisory Board.

He earned both his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Florida, where he served as President of Florida Blue Key, the oldest and most prestigious leadership honorary in Florida. He was also named to the University of Florida Hall of Fame, the institution’s highest recognition given to student leaders.

He is also the host of "May I Inquire? The Michael Silver pLAWdcast," a podcast featuring conversations with various thought leaders about law, leadership, and life.